Plataniás weather in August (Crete, Greece)

How does the weather in Plataniás usually fare in August? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The weather in Plataniás is usually perfect in August, featuring high temperatures and low rainfall. During August, the summer season is in full swing. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. The hottest month of the year invites you to embrace the warmth with suitable summer cloths. Stay cool and protected as you enjoy the sunny climate.

Precipitation

Plataniás in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 5.3 mm for the month. You can typically expect a single day days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 360 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Plataniás climate page with graphs.

 

Plataniás, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 2%  

Precipitation 5.3 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 54% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 360 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Greece in August

Find out more about the weather in Greece and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Plataniás.

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